DENON AVR-1509 AV Surround Receiver Owner’s Manual

AV SURROUND RECEIVER
AVR-1509
Owner’s Manual

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER- SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We declare under our sole responsibility that this product, to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the following standards:
EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 and EN61000-3-3.
Following the provisions of 2006/95/EC and 2004/108/EC Directive.
CAUTION:
To completely disconnect this product from the mains, disconnect the plug from the wall socket outlet.
The mains plug is used to completely interrupt the power supply to the unit and must be within easy access by the user.

NOTE ON USE

• Avoid high temperatures.
  Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when installed in a rack.

• Handle the power cord carefully.
  Hold the plug when unplugging the cord.

• Keep the unit free from moisture, water, and dust.

• Unplug the power cord when not using the unit for long periods of time.

• (For apparatuses with ventilation holes)

  • Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.

  • Do not let foreign objects into the unit.

  • Do not let insecticides, benzene, and thinner come in contact with the unit.

  • Never disassemble or modify the unit in any way.

A NOTE ABOUT RECYCLING:
This product’s packaging materials are recyclable and can be reused. Please dispose of any materials in accordance with the local recycling regulations.
When discarding the unit, comply with local rules or regulations.
Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in accordance with the local regulations concerning battery disposal.
This product and the supplied accessories, excluding the batteries, constitute the applicable product according to the WEEE directive.

Getting Started

Thank you for purchasing this DENON product. To ensure proper operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the product.
After reading them, be sure to keep them for future reference.

Accessories
Check that the following parts are supplied with the product.

1. Owner’s manual ……………………………………………………………. 1
2. Getting started ……………………………………………………………… 1
3. Power cord (Cord length: Approx. 1.8 m) ………………………….. 1
4. Service station list …………………………………………………………. 1
5. Remote control (RC-1104)……………………………………………….. 1
6. R6/AA batteries …………………………………………………………….. 2
7. FM indoor antenna ………………………………………………………… 1
8. AM loop antenna …………………………………………………………… 1
9. Setup microphone
   (DM-A409, Cord length: Approx. 7.6 m) ……………………………. 1

Cautions on Handling

• Before turning the power switch on
  Check once again that all connections are correct and that there are no problems with the connection cables.

• Power is supplied to some of the circuitry even when the unit is set to the standby mode. When traveling or leaving home for long periods of time, be sure to unplug the power cord from the power outlet.

• About condensation
  If there is a major difference in temperature between the inside of the unit and the surroundings, condensation (dew) may form on the operating parts inside the unit, causing the unit not to operate properly.
  If this happens, let the unit sit for an hour or two with the power turned off and wait until there is little difference in temperature before using the unit.

• Cautions on using mobile phones
  Using a mobile phone near this unit may result in noise. If so, move the mobile phone away from this unit when it is in use.

• Moving the unit
  Turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the power outlet.
  Next, disconnect the connection cables to other system units before moving the unit.

• Note that the illustrations in these instructions may differ from the actual unit for explanation purposes.

Cautions on Installation
Note:
For proper heat dispersal, do not install this unit in a confined space, such as a bookcase or similar enclosure.

About the Remote Control Unit
In addition to the AVR-1509, the included remote control unit (RC-1104) can also be used to operate the equipment listed below.

1. DENON system components
2. Non-DENON system components
   • By setting the preset memory ( page 38 ~ 40)

Inserting the Batteries

1. Lift the clasp and remove the rear cover.

2. Load the two batteries properly as indicated by the marks in the battery compartment.

3. Put the rear cover back on.

NOTE

• Replace the batteries with new ones if the set does not operate even when the remote control unit is operated close to the unit.
• The supplied batteries are only for verifying operation.
• When inserting the batteries, be sure to do so in the proper direction, following the “q” and “w” marks in the battery compartment.
• To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid:
• Do not use a new battery together with an old one.
• Do not use two different types of batteries.
• Do not attempt to charge dry batteries.
• Do not short-circuit, disassemble, heat or dispose of batteries in flames.
• If the battery fluid should leak, carefully wipe the fluid off the insideof the battery compartment and insert new batteries.
• Remove the batteries from the remote control unit if it will not be in use for long periods.
• When replacing the batteries, have the new batteries ready and insert them as quickly as possible.

Operating Range of the Remote Control Unit

Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor when operating it.

NOTE
The set may function improperly or the remote control unit may not operate if the remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight, strong artificial light from an inverter type fluorescent lamp or infrared light.

Part Names and Functions

For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ).
Front Panel

1. Power operation button
   (ON/STANDBY) ·········································· (30)

2. Power indicator ·········································· (30)

3. Power switch (hON jOFF) ··············· (30, 37)

4. Headphone jack (PHONES) ························ (31)

5. INPUT MODE button ·································· (30)

6. SPEAKERS button ································ (31, 37)

7. QUICK SELECT buttons ····························· (37)

8. V. AUX INPUT connectors
   Remove the cap covering the connectors when

9. SETUP MIC jack ·········································· (15)

10. SYSTEM SETUP button ····························· (18)

11. SURR. MODE / SURR. PARA button ·· (23, 25)

12. SELECT/ENTER knob
    • The SELECT/ENTER knob on the main unit operates in the same way as the cursor ▶ and ◀ buttons on the remote control unit.
    • The control functions in the same way as the cursor ▶button◀ when turned counterclockwise, as the cursor p button when turned clockwise.
    • The control functions in the same way as the ENTER button when pressed the knob.

13. Cursor buttons (ui) ································· (18)

14. MASTER VOLUME control knob ··············· (31)

15. Dynamic Volume indicator ························ (28)

16. MultEQ indicator ········································ (27)

17. Master volume indicator

18. INPUT mode indicators ······························ (30)

19. SIGNAL indicators

20. Display

21. SPEAKERS indicators ································· (31)

22. Remote control sensor ································ (3)

23. REC SELECT button ··································· (36)

24. SOURCE SELECT knob ······························ (30)

25. SOURCE button ·········································· (30)

26. STATUS button ·········································· (29)

27. DIMMER button ·········································· (31)

28. RESTORER button ······································ (28)

29. BAND button ·············································· (31)

30. SHIFT button ··············································· (32)

31. PRESET CHANNEL buttons (▲▼) ·············· (32)

32. TUNING buttons (▲▼) ································ (31)

33. MULTEQ button ········································· (27)

34. DYNAMIC VOLUME button ··················(27, 28)
    About Dynamic Volume
    Audyssey Dynamic Volume™ solves the problem of large variations in volume level between television programs, commercials, and between the soft and loud passages of movies. Audyssey Dynamic EQ™ is integrated into Dynamic Volume so that as the  playback volume is adjusted automatically, the perceived bass response, tonal balance, surround impression, and dialog clarity remain the same.
    About Dynamic EQ
    Audyssey Dynamic EQ solves the problem of deteriorating sound quality as volume is decreased by taking into account human perception and room acoustics. Audyssey Dynamic EQ works in tandem with Audyssey MultEQ® to provide wellbalanced sound  for every listener at any volume level.

35. RDS button ················································· (33)

Display

1. Signal channel indicator
   Lights when the preset channel is displayed at 2.

2. Information display

3. Input signal indicators

4. Master volume indicator
   This displays the volume level.
   The Setup item number is displayed in System Setup.

5. Recording output source indicator
   This lights when the REC OUT mode is selected. (This indicator is off when “SOURCE” is selected.)

6. Tuner reception mode indicators
   These light according to the reception conditions when the input source is set to “TUNER”.
   • AUTO
   This lights when in the auto tuning mode.
   • STEREO
   In the FM mode, this lights when receiving analog stereo broadcasts.
   • TUNED
   This lights when the broadcast is properly tuned in.
   • RDS
   This lights when receiving RDS broadcasts.

Rear Panel

1. Digital audio connectors
   (OPTICAL / COAXIAL) ·························· (9 ~ 11)

2. VIDEO / S-VIDEO connectors ············ (10 ~ 12)

3. Analog audio connectors
   (AUDIO) ·················································(9 ~ 12)

4. EXT. IN connectors ····································· (13)

5. PRE OUT connector ······································ (8)

6. AC OUTLET ················································· (14)

7. AC inlet (AC IN) ··········································· (14)

8. Speaker terminals (SPEAKERS) ·················· (8)

9. FM/AM antenna terminals
   (TUNER ANTENNA) ···································· (13)

10. COMPONENT VIDEO connectors ·········(10, 11)

11. HDMI connectors ·································· (9 ~ 11)

12. DOCK CONTROL jack ··································(11)

Remote Control Unit

1. Indicator ······················································ (38)
2. Power buttons ············································ (30)
3. QUICK SELECT buttons ····························· (37)
4. Source select buttons ································ (30)
5. System buttons ···································· (35, 39)
6. AUDIO DELAY button ································ (21)
7. Cursor buttons (uio p) ························· (18)
8. DYNAMIC VOLUME button ··················(27, 28)
9. RESTORER button ······································ (28)
10. SOURCE CONTROL switches ···················· (31)
11. Remote control signal transmitter
12. Master volume control buttons ················ (31)
13. MUTING button ·········································· (31)
14. NIGHT button ············································· (29)
15. MULTEQ button ········································· (27)
16. Channel select (CH SEL) /ENTER button ······································· (18, 36)

1. Power buttons ······································ (38, 40)
2. Source select buttons ································ (30)
3. Video select button (V.SEL) ······················ (31)
4. Tuner system buttons ·························· (31, 32)
5. Test tone button (TEST) ···························· (20)
6. Surround mode buttons ················ (23, 24, 26)
7. System setup button (SYSTEM) ··············· (18)
8. Surround parameter button (PARA) ··· (23, 25)
9. Enter button (ENT) ····································· (18)
10. Input mode button (INPUT) ······················· (30)
11. Cursor buttons (uio p) ························· (18)

NOTE

• The SAT TU button cannot be used.
• If buttons on the front or rear are pressed strongly, the button on the opposite side will be activated too.

Connections

Connections for all compatible audio and video signal formats are described in this owner’s manual. Please select the types of connections suited for the equipment you are connecting.
With some types of connections, certain settings must be made on the AVR-1509. For details, refer to the instructions for the respective connection items below.
NOTE

• Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been completed.
• When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.
• Be sure to connect the left and right channels properly (left with left, right with right).
• Do not bundle power cords together with connection cables. Doing so can result in humming or noise.

Preparations
Cables Used for Connections
Select the cables according to the equipment being connected.

Speaker Connections

Speaker Installation
The illustration below shows a basic example of installation of the amplifier combined with 6 speakers and a monitor.

The table below shows a typical speaker configuration for the AVR-1509.

| FRONT| CENTER| SURROUND| SUBWOOFER
---|---|---|---|---
L| R| L| R
5.1-channels| 0| 0| 0| 0| 0| 0
3.1-channels| 0| 0| 0| –| –| 0
2.1-channels| 0| 0| –| –| –| 0
2-channels| 0| 0| –| –| –| –

Speaker Connections

Example: 5.1-channels

Connecting the Speaker Cables
Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and + (red) and –(black) polarities on the speakers being connected to the AVR-1509, and be sure to interconnect the channels and polarities correctly.

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